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Hamza Rehman

15 Paroo Way, Wandi

Summary

Motivated and technically skilled Food Technologist with over 3 years of hands-on experience in production management, quality assurance, and R&D across the baking and fresh produce sectors in Pakistan. Completed a Master of Food Science and Technology at Curtin University, with recent QA placement experience at Coles Group. Proven ability to apply HACCP principles, optimize production using lean strategies, and develop innovative solutions to maintain food safety and quality. Strong communicator with a proactive mindset, committed to continuous improvement and excellence in the food industry.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Assurance internee

COLES Group
04.2025 - 06.2025
  • Completed a QA internship at Coles Group, supporting inspection of fresh produce and ensuring compliance with food safety and retail standards.
  • Gained hands-on experience in cold chain monitoring, stock rotation, and real-time quality decision-making in high-volume distribution centers.

Production Officer

READYGO PVT. LTD. (Asia Feeds group)
12.2019 - 12.2022

· Ensured production process to meet HACCP and ISO 22000 standards by monitoring hygiene, safety and compliance.

· Analysed production and lab data to resolve quality issues and improve process efficiency.

· Assisted in developing and testing new food products with the R&D team based on market needs and nutritional goals.

· Perform QA/QC testing on raw materials, in process items and finished goods for chemical, physical and microbiological quality.

· Maintained production and quality documentation to meet audit and traceability requirements.

· Adjusted processing parameters to enhance shelf life, texture and nutritional value of products.

· Coordinated with supply chain teams to align stock availability with production needs.

· Regulated and monitored inventory process to ensure uninterrupted production flow.

· Investigated and resolved recurring production inefficiencies, proposed technical solutions and contributed to continuous improvement initiatives.

· Conducted root cause analysis during quality incidents and contributed to implement corrective and preventing action plans.

· Liaised with packaging and labelling teams to ensure food packaging met technical, quality and regularity specifications.

Contributed to product cost optimization by evaluating ingredient performance, minimising waste, and improving batch consistency

Intern

PUNJAB FOOD AUTHORITY
02.2019 - 04.2019
  • Collaborated with 6 team members and visited various premises including hotels, industries, ice factories, water plants, traders, storage houses, etc. and deals safety and hygiene issues.
  • Interacted with people belonging to different kind of fields and deal them.

Education

Master of Science - Food Science and Technology

CURTIN UNIVERSITY
01.2025

B.Sc. (Hons) - Food Science and Technology

UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE, NIFSAT
01.2019

FSc - pre-medical

PUNJAB GROUP OF COLLEGES
01.2015

Matriculation -

Falcon Public School
01.2013

Skills

  • Ability to create positive relationships with stakeholders
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to communicate technical information
  • Excellent teamwork and leadership skills
  • Hands on Microsoft Dynamics (AX)
  • RMS (Recipe Management System)
  • Quality control
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Fast learner
  • Computer skills
  • Creativity and innovation

Certification

  • Smart move certificate in Food Handling, Work safe, WA, 06/01/25
  • First Aid Certificate, Strike Training, 08/01/23
  • Certificate II in security operations, Strike Training, 08/01/23
  • RSA certificate, Strike Training, 08/01/23
  • White card training, Strike Training, 08/01/23
  • License to perform high risk work-Forklift Licensed, Work safe, WA, 03/23/23
  • Team building training (One day) at Asia Feeds, 10/14/20
  • Leadership skills training (One day) at Asia Feeds, 03/01/21
  • Microsoft Office 2013 training at Asia Feeds, 12/05/20
  • 5S implementation training and practicing it on plant at ReadyGo, 11/01/20
  • Extensive training on Lean Manufacturing at ReadyGo, 04/01/20
  • Participated in a seminar at UAF on topic ‘entrepreneurship’, 01/01/19
  • Participant of Workshop on Scientific Writing organized by The Agrarian Society, UAF, 01/01/19
  • Participant of Career Counselling for Better Future & Development organized by Young Peace and Development Corps, UAF, 01/01/18
  • Participated in 1 Day Training Session on Halal Food Safety Assurance organized by Pak Pure Line in collaboration with NIFSAT, UAF, 01/01/19
  • Participate in Nutrition Mala at NIFSAT, UAF, 01/01/18

Hobbies and Interests

  • Cricket
  • Inspirational videos
  • YouTube

Timeline

Quality Assurance internee

COLES Group
04.2025 - 06.2025

Production Officer

READYGO PVT. LTD. (Asia Feeds group)
12.2019 - 12.2022

Intern

PUNJAB FOOD AUTHORITY
02.2019 - 04.2019

B.Sc. (Hons) - Food Science and Technology

UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE, NIFSAT

FSc - pre-medical

PUNJAB GROUP OF COLLEGES

Matriculation -

Falcon Public School

Master of Science - Food Science and Technology

CURTIN UNIVERSITY
Hamza Rehman